Close on the heels of the success of director Mani Ratnam’s magnum opus, ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ which talks about the rule of Cholas, comes the news that another Tamil film which speaks about the greatness of the Pallavas is now getting made.
Titled ‘Nandivarman’, the supernatural mystery thriller has been directed by debut filmmaker Perumal Varathan, who said that he chose to name his film after the Pallava dynasty’s most accomplished king, Nandivarman.
Arun Kumar of A K Film Factory is producing this movie which features ‘Kavalthurai Ungal Nanban’ fame Suresh Ravi in the lead with Asha Gowda playing the female lead character.
The others in the star cast include Nizhalgal Ravi, Bose Venkat, Aadukalam Murugadoss, Gajaraj, Ambani Shankar, Mullai Gothandam, Meesai Rajendran, Asuran Appu, Bommi Rajan, J.S.K Gopi and many more prominent actors.
The story revolves around a team of archaeologists who arrive in a place called Hanumanthapuram...
Titled ‘Nandivarman’, the supernatural mystery thriller has been directed by debut filmmaker Perumal Varathan, who said that he chose to name his film after the Pallava dynasty’s most accomplished king, Nandivarman.
Arun Kumar of A K Film Factory is producing this movie which features ‘Kavalthurai Ungal Nanban’ fame Suresh Ravi in the lead with Asha Gowda playing the female lead character.
The others in the star cast include Nizhalgal Ravi, Bose Venkat, Aadukalam Murugadoss, Gajaraj, Ambani Shankar, Mullai Gothandam, Meesai Rajendran, Asuran Appu, Bommi Rajan, J.S.K Gopi and many more prominent actors.
The story revolves around a team of archaeologists who arrive in a place called Hanumanthapuram...
- 10/15/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
KollywoodThe Prabhu Solomon directorial was simultaneously shot in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe makers of actor Rana Daggubati-starrer Kaadan released the promo of the movie on Sunday. Actor Suriya launched the promo of the film on Twitter. “This looks terrific, brother!! Best wishes!! #Kaadan in theatres from March 26 #5Daystogo!” Suriya wrote. This looks terrific brother!! Best wishes!!#Kaadan in theatres from 26th March#5Daystogo!#SaveTheElephants #InTheatresOn26thMarch @RanaDaggubati @TheVishnuVishal #PrabuSolomon@zyhssn @ShriyaP @ErosSTX @ErosMotionPics @ErosNow pic.twitter.com/ebtNiOUXBz — Suriya Sivakumar (@Suriya_offl) March 21, 2021 This looks terrific brother!! Best wishes!!#Kaadan in theatres from 26th March#5Daystogo!#SaveTheElephants #InTheatresOn26thMarch @RanaDaggubati @TheVishnuVishal #PrabuSolomon@zyhssn @ShriyaP @ErosSTX @ErosMotionPics @ErosNow pic.twitter.com/ebtNiOUXBz — Suriya Sivakumar (@Suriya_offl) March 21, 2021 The promo highlights how Rana’s character tries to protect the natural habitat of elephants while plans are underway to construct a township near a forest area. Rana essays the role of Bandev,...
- 3/22/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Kollywood Samyuktha will also be seen in the Vijay Sethupathi film 'Tuglaq Durbar'.Digital NativeGautham Karthik will soon be teaming up with director Badri Venkatesh for a film. Reports are that it is an action entertainer for which the director has roped in Sri Divya to play the female lead. According to the latest reports, Samyuktha Karthik of the Bigg Boss season 4 Tamil fame has been signed up to play an important role in this flick. Samyuktha, after making a mark in the Bigg Boss show, has been bagging some good roles. She has also inked the deal to star in the Vijay Sethupathi starrer Tuglaq Darbar. Speaking about his film, which has not been titled yet, Badri Venkatesh has said in an interview that the film’s story is set in north Madras and Gautham Karthik plays a boy living in Triplicane while Sri Divya plays a physiotherapist operating her clinic in north Madras.
- 1/10/2021
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
SandalwoodThe shooting of this film, which is in the last leg, commenced on August 16th and will go on for 12 days.Digital NativeTamil actor Yogi Babu is looking forward to star in movies made in other film industries. Reports are that the actor travelled to Bengaluru recently to meet some of the top stars there. Pictures of him with Shiva Rajkumar, Puneeth Rajkumar and Duniya Vijay have been doing rounds on the internet confirming the buzz. According to latest reports, Yogi Babu has bagged a role in the upcoming Shiva Rajkumar starrer Bhajarangi 2. The shooting of this film, which is in the last leg, commenced on August 16th and will go on for 12 days. The shooting is currently happening at the Mohan B Kere Studio in Bengaluru. Director Harsha is wielding the megaphone for Bhajarangi 2, which has raised the expectation levels as the duo are teaming up for the third time.
- 8/21/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Web seriesTouted to be a heroine-centric thriller, the web series will be directed by one of Murugadoss’s associates.Digital NativeVani Bhojan | InstagramDirector Ar Murugadoss is all set to venture into the digital space, though not as a director but as a producer. Reports say that he is planning a web series for Hotstar with Vani Bhojan roped in to play the lead role. The web series will be directed by one of the director’s associates and is touted to be a heroine-centric thriller. The groundwork for this project began before the lockdown was announced and the shooting is expected to begin in June. Details about the rest of the star cast and crew of the web series are expected to be revealed after the lockdown is lifted. Vani Bhojan made her debut as heroine in Kollywood with the Ashok Selvan starrer Oh My Kadavule, which released earlier this year.
- 4/30/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
Web seriesTouted to be a heroine-centric thriller, the web series will be directed by one of Murugadoss’s associates.Digital NativeVani Bhojan | InstagramDirector Ar Murugadoss is all set to venture into the digital space, though not as a director but as a producer. Reports say that he is planning a web series for Hotstar with Vani Bhojan roped in to play the lead role. The web series will be directed by one of the director’s associates and is touted to be a heroine-centric thriller. The groundwork for this project began before the lockdown was announced and the shooting is expected to begin in June. Details about the rest of the star cast and crew of the web series are expected to be revealed after the lockdown is lifted. Vani Bhojan made her debut as heroine in Kollywood with the Ashok Selvan starrer Oh My Kadavule, which released earlier this year.
- 4/30/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
KollywoodEnraged fans who were disappointed over not being able to watch the film tore down banners and indulged in vandalism outside theatres on Thursday morning.Tnm StaffRajinikanth’s Darbar has released worldwide on January 9. But in Dindigul town, the film has not opened in 11 theatres due to a financial tussle between the distributor and the theatre owners. Enraged fans who were disappointed over not being able to watch the film tore down banners and indulged in vandalism outside theatres on Thursday morning. Following this, police were deployed to disperse the crowd. About 9.00 am on Thursday, theatre owners informed eager fans who were waiting outside that the film will not be screened in their theatres. A total of 11 theatres in Dindigul town, namely Rajendra, Uma, Carnival (all 7 theatres), Vijay and Ganesh, are not screening Darbar. At the time of writing this report, an understanding was yet to be reached between the two parties.
- 1/9/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film, however, can release in India and in other countries without any hassle.Tnm StaffThe Madras High Court on Tuesday ordered an interim injunction against releasing Rajnikanth’s Darbar in Malaysia. Should the makers provide a bank guarantee to the tune of Rs 4.90 crore at the Madras High Court, the film can then be released in Malaysia, said Justice Jayachandran who heard the case on Tuesday. The judge also added that the film can release in India and in other countries except Malaysia without any hassle. Darbar is scheduled to release on January 9 worldwide. Malaysia based entertainment company Dmy Creations has claimed to have loaned Rs 12 crore at a rate of 30% p.a. to Lyca for producing Rajinikanth’s 2018 release, 2.0. Currently, the amount due allegedly stands at Rs 23.70 crore and Dmy Creations sought for a ban on Darbar’s release until the dues are settled. In their countersuit filed...
- 1/7/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodAnirudh is yet to respond to these allegations.Digital NativeSuper Star Rajinikanth's Darbar directed by Ar Murugadoss will hit the theatres worldwide on January 9. With the film's release nearing, Tamil Cinema Musicians Association has condemned its composer Anirudh for not giving an opportunity to the musicians in the association. Composer Dhina, the President of the association during a press meet alleged, “We have been requesting Anirudh who is also a member of the union to use musicians from our association for Darbar. He had agreed but later he did not honor our request. Later our executive committee members of the union sent him a letter, urging him to not use non-members. But three days ago, we came to know that the re-recording work of the film has been completed and that he has only used four of our members for such a huge project. We were shocked that he...
- 1/6/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe Malaysian company had alleged that Lyca owed them money, Lyca says the company is miffed at not being given rights for the movie.Tnm StaffRajinikanth’s Darbar that is scheduled to release in less then a week on January 9, was certified ‘U/A’ by the Central Board of Film Certification (Cbfc) on December 30, 2019. The film’s total run time is 159.28 minutes, that is close to 2 hours and 40 minutes. The certification has come at a time when the makers of Darbar are fighting a suit filed by Malaysia based entertainment company Dmy Creations Sdn Bdh. Dmy stated Lyca had owed them Rs 23.70 crore as outstanding dues for an amount they had previously loaned out to them. In that regard, they had sought for a ban on Darbar’s release. In their countersuit filed on January 3, Lyca has now alleged that Dmy Creations is liable to pay them an outstanding due...
- 1/3/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodA representative from SpiceJet confirmed to Tnm that four aircraft are already flying with the brand new ‘Thalaivar’ livery on them.Tnm StaffAhead of Superstar Rajinikanth’s Darbar release for Pongal on January 9, SpiceJet airlines is promoting the film by unveiling ‘Darbar Rajini’ livery on its flights. The outside branding of the flight bearing an image of Rajinikanth in police uniform from his upcoming movie Darbar also has the film’s title on it. The pictures of the flight were shared by Anirudh, the film’s music director and Rajinikanth’s nephew, on his Instagram page. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anirudh (@anirudhofficial) on Jan 1, 2020 at 6:37pm Pst A representative from SpiceJet confirmed to Tnm that four aircraft are already flying with the brand new ‘Thalaivar’ livery on them. This is the second time that a Rajinikanth film has had a promo on an aircraft.
- 1/2/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe song shows a wedding celebration and has Rajinikanth and Nayanthara amidst a crowd of dancers. Tnm StaffYouTube Screengrab | divomoviesOn Sunday, a small promo of the song ‘Dumm Dumm’ from Rajinikanth’s upcoming film Darbar was released. The song shows a wedding celebration and Rajinikanth dancing amidst a crowd of dancers. Actor Nayanthara too is present, dressed in a golden saree with flowers adorning her hair that’s tied in a bun. The film is expected to release on January 9 worldwide. Nayanthara has previously worked with Rajinikanth in Chandramkukhi and Kuselan. The film’s music has been composed by Anirudh Ravichander. Ar Murugadoss’s Darbar, starring Rajinikanth in the role of a cop after almost 25 years is being produced by Lyca Productions. This would be the third outing for Lyca Productions with Rajinikanth after they distributed Kaala and produced the magnum opus 2.0. Darbar, starring Rajinikanth and Nayanthara in the lead,...
- 12/29/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe song starts with Rajini saying 'Chumma Kizhi' into the mic.Tnm StaffRajinikanth, dressed in black, flicks his hand as he says, “Chumma Kizhi!” into the mic, and this is how the first single from his upcoming Darbar begins. This title song has been composed by Anirudh Ravichander and this is the second time that he is composing for a Rajini film. Interestingly, Rajnikanth has very few songs to his credit as a singer. He made his debut as a playback singer in his 1992 film Mannan for the song “Adikkuthu Kuliru”. Getting back to “Chumma Kizhi”, the song keeps up with Thalaivar intro-song traditions, and has been sung by Sp Balasubrahmanyam. Singer Spb takes over following Rajini’s cue and the song has all the elements of a typical Rajini intro-song. The song’s lyrics also have the word “Rajini” in it. Lyricist Vivek and Anirudh also join the chorus singers.
- 11/27/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Poster releaseActor Kamal Haasan, who is celebrating his 65th birthday, took time to share the Tamil poster while the Telugu motion poster was shared by actor Mahesh Babu.Anjana ShekarRajinikanth’s Darbar motion poster is here! The film’s team had top personalities unveil the motion poster on Thursday. Actor Kamal Haasan, who is celebrating his 65th birthday, took time to share the Tamil poster while the Telugu motion poster was shared by actor Mahesh Babu, both on their social media profiles. Actor Mohanlal unveiled the Malayalam motion poster and actor Salman Khan the Hindi version. The explosive motion poster set to scintillating music shows khakhi-clad legs stepping on glass, shattering it with each step taken. As the glass shards move away Rajinikanth’s name in the film, Aaditya Arunasalam, makes an appearance in the form of a badge pinned to his police uniform. He runs a blood-stained sword through...
- 11/7/2019
- by Prajwal
- The News Minute
Kollywood‘Thalaivar168’ would mark the 168th film of Rajinikanth.Tnm StaffIt's official — Rajinikanth's next film after Darbar will be under the Sun Pictures banner with director Siva helming the project. The announcement came on Friday with a short video promo from Sun Pictures. Dubbed Thalaivar168, the video showed an iconic cutout of the Superstar. While pictures leaked from the sets of Darbar have gone viral - keeping the fans wanting for more - this announcement is also significant as Rajinikanth is widely speculated to be launching his political party next year. The actor announced his decision to enter politics in December 2017. Earlier this year, it was reported that Siva would be working with Suriya for his next. The announcement came months after his movie, Viswasam, with Ajith took the box office by storm. After the blockbuster hits Enthiran and Petta, the mega hit combo of Superstar @rajinikanth and @sunpictures come...
- 10/11/2019
- by Shiba
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe poster confirms the film’s 2020 Pongal release.Tnm StaffThe second look poster from Rajinikanth-Nayanthara’s Darbar was released by Lyca Productions on Wednesday. This poster shows Rajinikanth holding on to an iron rod with all his might. The poster confirms that the film will be a 2020 Pongal release. THERImax #DarbarSecondLook poster from team #Darbar @rajinikanth @ARMurugadoss @anirudhofficial @santoshsivan @sreekar_prasad @kabilanchelliah #HappyOnam pic.twitter.com/tv9KyTjbGl — Lyca Productions (@LycaProductions) September 11, 2019 In July, the team had released two high resolution photos of Rajinikanth, asking fans to design their own posters. An open call was made for fans to submit their most creative poster designs for the film and it was announced that the best design would be selected by the makers. The film’s title and first look were released in April this year. A few weeks ago, Rajinikanth and Nayanthara flew together to Jaipur to join the final schedule of Darbar.
- 9/11/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe makers on Thursday released high definition photos of Rajinikanth from the film.Tnm StaffRajinikanth’s Darbar directed by Ar Murugadoss has been creating high anticipation among fans, with some leaked photos from the sets going viral on the internet. The makers on Thursday released the high definition photos of Rajinikanth from the sets. An open call was made for fans to submit their most creative poster designs for the film. Here you go guys, get creative and rock it. Follow the link to download the HD file https://t.co/iOyGXEpw3V @rajinikanth @LycaProductions @santoshsivan @anirudhofficial pic.twitter.com/EDz5QlA373 — A.R.Murugadoss (@ARMurugadoss) July 25, 2019 The best design would be selected and released officially by the makers. Rajinikanth will be playing the role of a cop in Darbar, a character he’s taken up after almost 25 years since films like Moondru Mugam and Pandiyan. The project, which is being produced by Lyca Productions,...
- 7/25/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe actor was last seen in Vijay Sethupathi’s 'Dharmadurai'. Digital NativeAR Murugadoss’s Darbar, which features superstar Rajinikanth in the role of a cop after 25 years, is currently in its second schedule in Mumbai. The project, which is being produced by Lyca Productions, marks the first time collaboration between Ar Murugadoss and Rajinikanth. It is already known that the film stars Nayanthara, Suniel Shetty, Prateik Babbar and Yogi Babu among others. The latest addition to the cast is trans woman actor Jeeva, who was last seen in Vijay Sethupathi’s Dharmadurai. A picture featuring Rajinikanth with Jeeva has gone viral on social media and it is believed that she’s been roped in for an important role in the film. Confirming the news, Seenu Ramasamy, who directed Dhamadurai, shared a pic of Jeeva with Rajinikanth and wished her. தர்மதுரை படத்தில் மக்கள் செல்வன...
- 6/25/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Kollywood According to sources, Yograj Singh will be seen playing a very significant role in the film.Digital NativeDigital NativeThe second schedule of superstar Rajinikanth starrer Darbar is currently underway in Mumbai and the latest addition to the star cast is Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh's father Yograj Singh. Sources told in.com, "Yograj Singh, father of Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh will be playing a very important role in the film. He will also be seen in the opening scene along with Rajinikanth, which will be an intense action block!” With the rumours surfacing online that the film was wrapped up, director Murugadoss opened up in the latest interview that the film will only be wrapped up by end of August and the current schedule will go on till June end in which major action sequences will be shot. Recently, well-known Bollywood star Suniel Shetty was roped in to play the main antagonist.
- 6/21/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
KollywoodIncidentally, 'Ayogya' has been directed by the debut director Venkat Mohan, an erstwhile associate of Ar Murugadoss, 'Darbar' director.Digital NativeDarbar team had been shooting in Mumbai for the past few weeks and returned back to Chennai recently. Soon after the return, director Ar Murugadoss along with his family and team made it to a theatre in the city to watch the Vishal starrer Ayogya. Incidentally, Ayogya is directed by the debut director Venkat Mohan, an erstwhile associate of Ar Murugadoss. After the screening, the director congratulated his protégé for coming out with a hit movie, say sources. After watching the film, Murugadoss took to his social media and praised the whole Ayogya team. “Finally watched #Ayogya with my #Darbar crew, congratulations @ivenkatmohan @VishalKOfficial you guys made a wonderful film..we enjoyed a lot”, he wrote. Finally watched #Ayogya with my #Darbar crew, congratulations @ivenkatmohan @VishalKOfficial...
- 5/22/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThere was a huge outcry by fans that the singer was not given his due in Rajinikanth's last outing 'Petta'.Digital NativeThe shooting of Superstar Rajinikanth’s next directed by Ar Murugadoss is progressing at breakneck speed. Titled Darbar, the shooting of the film commenced last month and is currently happening in Mumbai. The first schedule was recently wrapped and the second schedule of the film will commence from May 29. The film has music by Anirudh Ravichandran and this will be his second successive film with Rajinikanth after Petta. The latest is that superstar’s lucky mascot singer Sp Balasubramaniam will be rendering the intro song in the film. Interestingly, it is a belief that all films that featured a Rajini-Spb combo intro song will turn out to be blockbuster hits, even while the singer was not chosen to sing the intro songs for Kabali and Kaala. There...
- 5/21/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film was premiered on Sun TV on May 1, to coincide with Ajith's birthday, and broke quite a few Trp records.Digital NativeAjith starrer Viswasam was out as a Pongal release earlier this year clashing with another biggie, Superstar Rajinikanth's Petta and was declared a blockbuster hit. The film's satellite rights were bagged by Sun TV even before its release for a whopping amount and had its world TV premiere was on May 1 to coincide with Ajith's birthday. The film broke quite a few Trp records. Viswasam recorded a Trp of 23.8 and viewership of 1,81,43,000 impressions racing ahead of all other recent Television premiers and creating a record. The makers took to Twitter to officially announce the same. #Viswasam sets a Record Breaking 18.1 Million viewership for a Tamil Film. Happy to be associated with @SunTV for #Viswasam @directorsiva @SureshChandraa @Actor_Vivek @immancomposer @AntonyLRuben @vetrivisuals @dhilipaction @DoneChannel1 pic.twitter.com/8SkVOUGLTK...
- 5/10/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodGnanavel Raja contradicted the director's claims that the film was not based on caste.Digital NativeDirector M Muthiah known for making films such as Kutti Puli, Komban and Marudhu is back with his latest film titled Devarattam starring Gautham Karthik in the lead. During the film's press meet that was held recently in Chennai, the director said that Devarattam was not based on any caste or community. "It is a film that will focus on strong family relationships. They associate Muthiah with caste but I want them to associate my name with family relationships but somehow caste features in it. When I made Kodi Veeran, a group that generally supports me said I had shown the statue in bad light. I told them while there are those who fight for pride (perumai) there are those who fight for poverty (varumai). I have shown both. But the major problem arises when...
- 4/27/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe director had earlier announced that 'Theemai Dhaan Vellum' starring Gautham Karthik would be produced by Ke Gnanavel Raja's Studio Green.Digital NativeDirector Santhosh P Jayakumar's next Theemai Dhaan Vellum produced by Ke Gnanavel Raja and starring Gautham Karthik was announced some time ago but has been put in the back burner as there are some creative differences between the director and the production house. Recently there were reports that project which was planned to go on floors by the end of May has been shelved. Reacting to the reports, Director Santhosh clarified saying that the project is not shelved, but it will be produced by a new production house. In an interview to in.com, director Santhosh said,"The project has not been dropped. I am definitely making this movie but with a different production house. Also, the cast is being revamped and an official announcement will happen soon.
- 4/19/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Tollywood'Valmiki' is the remake of Karthik Subburaj's Tamil film 'Jigarthanada'.Digital NativeThe critically acclaimed Tamil film Jigarthanda is being remade in Telugu under the title Valmiki. The film has Varun Tej reprising the role done by Bobby Simha in Tamil. If sources are anything to go by, Atharvaa Murali will be foraying into the Telugu film industry with this remake and he will be seen in the role done by Siddharth in the original. Harish Shankar will be wielding the megaphone for this remake and Devi Sri Prasad has been roped in to compose the tunes. Valmiki will be bankrolled by Ram Achanta and Gopi Achanta under their banner. The prep work for this film has begun and the shooting is expected to commence in April this year. It may be noted here that the original version in Tamil was written and directed by Karthik Subburaj and had Siddharth,...
- 3/28/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe film released in Tamil on January 10 and has already grossed over Rs 155 crore worldwide.Tnm StaffThe Ajith starrer Viswasam will be hitting screens in the Telugu states on March 1. Releasing along with Kalyan Ram’s 118, Viswasam is expected to release in around 450 theatres in both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The film released in Tamil on January 10 and has already grossed over Rs 155 crore worldwide. Viswasam missed simultaneous release dates in Telugu in January as Tollywood had three major movie releases during the month. Ram Charan’s Vinaya Vidheya Rama, Venkatesh and Varun Tej’s F2 and the first part of the Ntr biopic, Ntr Kathanayakudu, were confirmed Sankranthi releases and hence the chances of Viswasam faring well at the box-office were slim. Viswasam is finishing its 50-day run in theatres this week. According to reports, the Ajith starrer has collected Rs 25 crore overseas and has made Rs 130 crore in Tamil Nadu.
- 2/28/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe Kannada dubbed version is titled 'Jaga Malla' and the title for the Telugu version will be out soon.Digital NativeAjith starrer Viswasam was released in January as a Pongal release last month and now we hear that the Kannada and Telugu dubbed versions will be out later this month or early next. The Kannada version has been titled Jaga Malla, we hear and the title for the Telugu version is expected to be out soon. Sources in the know say that the dubbing rights of the Kannada and Telugu versions have been sold out for a huge sum. Considering the film’s family subject, its makers have decided to release the dubbed versions to cash in on the interest of family audience. Directed by Siva, Viswasam has Ajith and Nayanthara as the lead pair. It may be noted here that Ajith and Siva are teaming up for the fourth time with this flick.
- 2/11/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
Kollywood'Viswasam' is set to release for Pongal 2019.Tnm StaffYouTube: Sathya Jyothi FilmsThe trailer of Ajith’s upcoming film, Viswasam, was released on Sunday. The film is his fourth collaboration with filmmaker Siva. Starring Ajith and Nayanthara in the lead, the film’s music has been composed by D Imman. The film is set to release for Pongal 2019. The trailer shows Ajith playing the role of Thookudurai, a local don from Theni. Clad in a white veshti and shirt, he is seen being greeted by the folks in town, suggesting he may also be a respected local leader. With the Madurai-accented Tamil and the moustache twirling, the makers seem to have made it clear that the film is directed towards what the industry calls ‘B and C centres’. The trailer also plenty of farmer sentiment, family feud and violence. Nayanthara, the female lead, makes a fleeting appearance as a rural belle romanced by Ajith,...
- 12/30/2018
- by Manasa
- The News Minute
KollywoodSeventh Sense Cinema, who had released Rajinikanth’s '2.0' recently in Russia, will be taking care of the release of Viswasam in these two countries.Digital NativeDigital NativeActor Ajith, who was last seen playing an Interpol agent in Vivegam, is gearing up for his next Viswasam in which he will be next seen in a full-length rural avatar. Directed by Siva, Viswasam has Ajith and Nayanthara as the lead pair and the film marks Ajith's fourth-time collaboration with director Siva. The film will hit the theaters for Pongal 2019 while Rajinikanth’s Petta which was initially slated to clash with Viswasam will now release ahead on January 10. Viswasam makers are planning to release the film in Russia and Ukraine as well. Seventh Sense Cinema, who had released Rajinikanth’s 2.0 recently in Russia, will be taking care of the release of Viswasam in these two countries and the film is scheduled...
- 12/29/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodMusic buffs allege that D Imman, the film's composer, has used the same music he did for Arjun's 'Marudhamalai' that released over a decade ago.Digital NativeDigital NativeEver since the audio launch of the Ajith starrer Viswasam, music buffs have been making an allegation that the theme music in it has been copied from a theme used during an action sequence in the Arjun starrer Marudhamalai. Incidentally, D Imman composed for Marudhamalai that released in 2007. Music buffs now allege that D Imman, the musician for Viswasam, has used the same music he had for Marudhamalai over a decade ago. Wonder if there would be an explanation on this from the filmmakers. Directed by Siva, Viswasam has Ajith and Nayanthara as the lead pair. It may be noted here that Ajith and Siva are teaming up for the fourth time with this flick. The star cast includes Vivek, Robo Shankar, Thambi Ramaiah,...
- 12/21/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe Tamil Nadu theatrical rights of the film have been bagged by Kjr Studios.Digital NativeDigital NativeActor Ajith, who was last seen playing an Interpol agent in Vivegam, will be next seen in a full-length rural avatar in Viswasam. Directed by Siva, Viswasam has Ajith and Nayanthara as the lead pair. The film will hit the screens worldwide for Pongal 2019 alongside Superstar Rajinikanth’s Petta, which has been produced by Sun Pictures. The Tamil Nadu theatrical rights of the film have been bagged by Kjr Studios. According to the latest update, satellite rights of the Viswasam has been reportedly bought by Sun Tv for a fancy price. In a recent interview to Tamil magazine Vikatan, director Siva revealed that the film happens in the backdrop of a village called Koduvilarpatti in Theni district and after interval, it switches to the city. He also clarified that It is not a dual...
- 12/11/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe director also clarified rumours that Ajith will not be seen playing dual characters in the film.Digital NativeActor Ajith, who was last seen playing an Interpol agent in Vivegam, will be next seen in a full-length rural avatar in Viswasam, which marks his fourth time collaboration with director Siva. The film has Ajith and Nayanthara as the lead pair. In a recent interview to Tamil magazine Cinema Vikatan director Siva told, "Viswasam will be entirely a new format of Ajith sir's film. It will be a full and full family entertainer which happens in the backdrop of village called Koduvilarpatti in Theni district and after interval it switches to city backdrop. It is not a dual avatar film, Ajith sir's character name is Thukku Durai who is a local ruffian in Madurai and for the first time he will be seen speaking in Madurai slang. The star cast has...
- 11/29/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodOne of the group dancers Om Saravanan from Chennai had complained of uneasiness and before anyone could realize what was happening he swooned.Digital NativeDigital NativeAjith and the rest of the Viswasam team were camping near Pune, filming a song sequence, when an unfortunate incident happened that shook the entire team. According to Behindwoods report, one of the group dancers Om Saravanan from Chennai had complained of uneasiness and before anyone could realize what was happening he swooned. Saravanan was immediately rushed to a private hospital nearby where the doctors declared him dead. Ajith, who was with the dancers at the hospital for nearly three hours, was deeply saddened by the sudden turn of events. He then made arrangements for the body to be flown over to his hometown. The entire Viswasam team, especially the dance crew, was thankful for Ajith's kind gesture, say sources. This is not the first...
- 11/8/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Music Music composer D Imman is composing the tunes for an Ajith starrer for the first time in his career. Digital NativeMusic composer D Imman is composing the tunes for an Ajith starrer for the first time in his career and this has naturally upped the expectation levels for Viswasam. According to latest reports, the album would comprise four songs and a theme song. The musician is working on the tunes and background score to make it impressive for all Ajith fans, say sources. The shooting of this Ajith starrer is currently in progress in Hyderabad and will be on for the next few weeks. Directed by Siva, Viswasam has Ajith and Nayanthara in the lead roles. The star cast includes Vivek, Robo Shankar, Thambi Ramaiah, Kovai Sarala, Sandhya Janak, Yogi Babu, Kalairani, Bose Venkat, Sujatha Sivakumar, Ramesh Thilak, Jangiri Madhumitha and Namo Narayana. And with a bevy of comedy actors in the star cast,...
- 9/15/2018
- by Geetika
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film is nearing completion and is gearing up for Pongal release next year. Digital NativeThe distribution rights of the Ajith starrer Viswasam has been sold out for a humongous price! The rights have been bagged by Kotapadi Rajesh for Rs 40 crores, report sources in the know. Incidentally, Kotapadi Ravi happens to be Nayanthara’s manager. The pre-release business of this film is happening full swing with the distributor managing to sign a deal with Trident Ravi for the theatrical rights for Chengalpet region. Sources say that Trident Ravi had shelled out Rs. 12 crores to bag the rights for the area. Viswasam is nearing completion and is gearing up for Pongal release next year. And there is a buzz that Kotapadi Rajesh, who has the distribution rights of the film, will be producing Ajith’s next. More details about this venture are expected to be out soon. The film, directed by Siva,...
- 9/3/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe action entertainer has Nayanthara playing the female lead and this will be Ajith-Nayanthara's fourth film together.Digital NativeFacebook/Anika SurendranRemember baby Anikha who played Ajith’s daughter in the Gautham Menon directorial Yennai Arindhaal? She has once again got the opportunity to share the screen space with the Ajith. The little girl has been roped in to play a role in Ajith’s upcoming film Viswaasam, which is being directed by Siva. The shooting of this film is currently happening in Hyderabad and Anikha has joined the sets, say sources. Viswaasam, an action entertainer, has Nayanthara playing the female lead and the star cast includes Vivek, Robo Shankar, Thambi Ramaiah, Kovai Sarala, Sandhya Janak, Yogi Babu, Kalairani, Bose Venkat, Sujatha Sivakumar, Ramesh Thilak, Jangiri Madhumitha and Namo Narayana. With a bevy of comedy actors in the star cast, the film is sure to be loaded with a lot of humor. On Nayanthara’s role, we hear that she plays a doctor in the film. D Imman is composing the tunes for this venture while the camera is handled by Vetri and editing by Ruben. The shooting of this film began in May this year and the filmmakers are keen on having it release for Pongal next year. It may be mentioned here that D Imman is composing tunes for an Ajith starrer for the first time in his career and therefore music buffs are waiting in anticipation for the soundtrack. Presented by Tg Thyagarajan, Viswaasam is being bankrolled by Arjun Thyagarajan and Sendhil Thyagarajan under the banner Sathya Jyothi Films. Ajith and Nayanthara have shared the screen space in hit movies such as Billa, Aegan and Arrambam and with the pair getting to work again in Viswaasam, expectations have gone up. Viswaasam is currently into its third schedule and it will go on for the next few weeks. (Content provided by Digital Native)...
- 7/11/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
Kollywood Rumours are rife that Nayan is to play a doctor in Ajith's next outing 'Viswasam'. However, sources close to the film have denied the same. Digital NativeAfter the debacle of Vivegam, Ajith has pinned high hopes on Viswasam, which was officially launched earlier this year. Touted to be a commercial entertainer. The shooting for the movie is on and originally, the film was planned as Diwali 2018 release. However, it has now been confirmed that it will only hit the screens during Pongal 2019. Nayanthara roped in to play Thala Ajith's romantic interest in Viswasam. They had earlier worked in hits like Aegan, Billa and Arrambham. There were reports that she plays the role of a doctor in the film, but sources close to the team has denied the same. The team is currently camped in Hyderabad for the second schedule where some important portions of the film will be shot in this schedule and the team is moving over to Mumbai where the rest of the portions will be made. In Viswasam, Ajith and Siva are collaborating for the fourth time after Veeram, Vedalam, and Vivegam. While there were reports surfacing recently that it is a horror flick, sources close to the film have clarified that it will be a complete commercial entertainer with north Chennai as its backdrop. A huge set has already been created for the movie in Hyderabad's Ramoji Film City that will replicate North Chennai. The project, being bankrolled by Satyajothi Films and the cast includes Vivek, Thambi Ramaiah, Robo Shankar, Yogi Babu and Bose Venkat.The rest of the cast and crew is yet unknown; however, it is rumoured that Shraddha Srinath might have bagged an important role. Viswasam will be made on a much lesser budget than Vivegam, which was a whopping Rs. 120 crore action spectacle. Initially, it was said that Anirudh Ravichander was teaming up with Ajith and Siva after Vedalam and Vivegam. After considering several composers, director Siruthai Siva has finalised D Imman for this flick. Meanwhile, Imman has already completed composing a few numbers. (Content provided by Digital Native) ...
- 7/6/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe shooting of the film, which was supposed to roll last month, has been delayed because of the protest in the industry.Digital NativeDigital NativeAjith Kumar's forthcoming film Viswasam already has a huge hype on social media. The shooting of the film, which was supposed to roll last month, has been delayed because of the protest in the industry. The principal shooting of the film is expected to finally commence this month in Hyderabad. The makers have planned a four-week-long schedule for which they have erected a huge set resembling a village in Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad. The film has been titled Viswasam that starts with the letter 'V' and it coincides the with the sentiment they’ve followed for their earlier collaborations. According to reports in the social media, it is being hinted that it might be a horror film, however, the producers have quashed the rumours and clarified that the film is a "commercial entertainer." The film is to be bankrolled by Sathya jyothi Thyagarajan under the banner Sathya Jyothi Films who bankrolled Ajith-Siva's last outing Vivegam. Ajith and Director Siruthai Siva are collaborating for the fourth time While many believed that after the debacle of Vivegam, Ajith and Siva might take a break and work on a different combination. Apparently, Ajith insisted that Siva works with him again on a rural-based script and it’ll feature Ajith in a brand new avatar. It is said that Ajith will dye his hair black and sport a new look for the film. His new look has already leaked online. The film has Nayanthara playing the leading lady, with actors Thambi Ramaiah, Yogi Babu, Bose Venkat and Robo Shankar in supporting roles and the film will have music by Imman. After working with Anirudh Ravichander in Vedalam and Vivegam, this is the first time Siva will join hands with D Imman. The project is gearing up for Diwali 2018 release and it is believed to clash with Vijay-Murugadoss film and Suriya’s next film with director Selvaraghavan at the box-office. If the three projects make it for Diwali, it’ll be the biggest clash the industry would have ever witnessed. (Content provided by Digital Native)...
- 5/1/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
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